A Ghanaian lawyer has outlined the potential legal consequences facing self-proclaimed prophet Ebo Noah following his failed prediction of a world-ending flood in December 2025.
Yuda Brown, a well-known Ghanaian lawyer and legal content creator behind The Law Ghana, explained that Ebo Noah’s actions could expose him to arrest and prosecution under Ghanaian law. According to Brown, the prophet could face up to three years in prison with hard labour if found guilty of violating specific statutory provisions.
Ebo Noah attracted widespread attention after predicting that a catastrophic flood would end the world on December 25, 2025. The prophecy, which ultimately did not materialise, generated fear and controversy, with reports that some followers sold their properties or made drastic life decisions in anticipation of the event.
Reacting to the situation on social media, Brown identified two main legal risks. The first relates to the construction of an ark by Ebo Noah. Brown cited the Ghana Shipping Act, which prohibits the construction of a vessel without proper authorisation and licensing from the relevant government ministry. He suggested that Ebo Noah may not have complied with these regulatory requirements.
More significantly, Brown pointed to Section 208 of Ghana’s Criminal Offences Act, which criminalises the publication or dissemination of false information likely to cause fear and panic among the public. He argued that Ebo Noah’s doomsday prophecy, given its alleged impact on followers and the general public, could meet the legal threshold for spreading false news.
Brown’s comments followed the release of a new video by Ebo Noah in which the prophet claimed that God had granted an “extension” to the original prophecy deadline. According to Ebo Noah, the extension was necessary to allow for the construction of additional arks to accommodate more followers.
The video reignited public debate and drew mixed reactions from Ghanaians on social media. While some dismissed the controversy as unnecessary, others criticised the prophet’s actions and supported calls for accountability.
In a further update, Ebo Noah announced changes to his original plans, including the cancellation of a previously scheduled gathering. He urged followers to remain at home during the Christmas and New Year holidays while awaiting further instructions, stating that additional divine revelations had indicated the need for more ark vessels.
The unfolding situation continues to spark public discussion about religious claims, freedom of expression, and the limits of the law in addressing predictions that may cause fear or social disruption.
Source: Yen.com.gh
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